History of Jeremy Renner in Timeline

Jeremy Renner is an American actor known for his roles in both independent and blockbuster films. He started with independent films like Dahmer and Neo Ned, before landing supporting roles in S.W.A.T. and 28 Weeks Later. His breakthrough came with Academy Award nominations for Best Actor in The Hurt Locker, where he played a soldier, and Best Supporting Actor in The Town, where he portrayed a robber. He's recognized for his versatile performances across genres.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 7, 1971: Jeremy Renner's Birth

On January 7, 1971, Jeremy Lee Renner was born in Modesto, California and is an American actor.

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1989: High School Graduation

In 1989, Jeremy Renner graduated from Fred C. Beyer High School in Modesto.

1995: Film Debut in National Lampoon's Senior Trip

In 1995, Jeremy Renner made his film debut in the comedy National Lampoon's Senior Trip.

1999: Guest Roles in TV Shows

In 1999, Jeremy Renner had guest roles in Zoe, Duncan, Jack and Jane, The Net, and The Time of Your Life.

2000: Guest Role in Angel

In 2000, Jeremy Renner had a guest role in Angel.

2001: Small Role in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

In 2001, Jeremy Renner had a small role in an episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

2002: Stars in Dahmer

In 2002, Jeremy Renner starred in Dahmer as the eponymous serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. He found the non-fiction role a challenge to cope with.

2003: Appearance in Pink's "Trouble" Music Video

In 2003, Jeremy Renner appeared in Pink's music video for her song "Trouble" as a Bad Boy Sheriff.

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2003: Supporting Role in S.W.A.T.

In 2003, Jeremy Renner had a supporting role in the film S.W.A.T..

2004: Appearance in The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things

In 2004, Jeremy Renner appeared in The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things.

2005: Starring Roles in Independent Films

In 2005, Jeremy Renner appeared in independent films such as Neo Ned, where he played a neo-Nazi skinhead.

2005: Roles in A Little Trip to Heaven, North Country, 12 and Holding, and Neo Ned

In 2005, Jeremy Renner starred in A Little Trip to Heaven, North Country, 12 and Holding, and Neo Ned.

2006: Stars in Love Comes to the Executioner

In 2006, Jeremy Renner starred with Ginnifer Goodwin in Love Comes to the Executioner.

2007: Supporting Role in 28 Weeks Later

In 2007, Jeremy Renner had a supporting role in the film 28 Weeks Later.

2007: Supporting Roles in The Assassination of Jesse James, 28 Weeks Later, Take, and House

In 2007, Jeremy Renner had supporting roles in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, 28 Weeks Later, Take, and guest-starred in an episode of House.

2009: Starring Role in The Hurt Locker

In 2009, Jeremy Renner portrayed Sergeant First Class William James in The Hurt Locker, earning him several awards and his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

2009: Academy Award Nomination for The Hurt Locker

In 2009, Jeremy Renner received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in The Hurt Locker.

2010: Academy Award Nomination for The Town

In 2010, Jeremy Renner received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Town.

2010: Performance in The Town and Recognition in Hollywood

In 2010, Jeremy Renner's performance in Ben Affleck's The Town received positive reviews, earning him his second Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and a Golden Globe nomination. The Hollywood Reporter named him as one of the young male actors taking over Hollywood as the new A-List.

2011: Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol

In 2011, Jeremy Renner appeared in the action film Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol.

2011: Mission: Impossible and Thor Cameo

In 2011, Jeremy Renner starred in Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol and had a cameo as Hawkeye in Thor.

2011: Youngest Sibling's Birth

In 2011, Jeremy Renner's youngest of seven siblings was born.

May 2012: Release of The Avengers

In May 2012, Jeremy Renner appeared as Hawkeye in The Avengers.

2012: Renner as Hawkeye in The Avengers and The Bourne Legacy

In 2012, Jeremy Renner played Clint Barton / Hawkeye in The Avengers and also appeared in The Bourne Legacy.

January 2013: Release of Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters

In January 2013, Jeremy Renner starred in Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters with Gemma Arterton.

December 2013: Release of American Hustle

In December 2013, Jeremy Renner was featured in the ensemble cast of David O. Russell's American Hustle, which received critical acclaim.

2013: Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters and American Hustle

In 2013, Jeremy Renner starred in Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters and American Hustle.

January 13, 2014: Marriage to Sonni Pacheco

On January 13, 2014, Jeremy Renner married Canadian model Sonni Pacheco.

October 2014: Starring in Kill the Messenger

In October 2014, Jeremy Renner starred as journalist Gary Webb in the film Kill the Messenger, based on Webb's book Dark Alliance. Renner also co-produced the film.

December 2014: Executive Producer of The Throwaways

In December 2014, Jeremy Renner served as executive producer for the film The Throwaways, which aired on Crackle.

December 30, 2014: Divorce Filing by Sonni Pacheco

On December 30, 2014, Sonni Pacheco filed for divorce from Jeremy Renner, citing irreconcilable differences.

2014: Relocation to Washoe County, Nevada

Since 2014, Jeremy Renner lives in Washoe County, Nevada.

July 2015: Release of Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation

In July 2015, Jeremy Renner returned to the Mission: Impossible franchise in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.

2015: Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation

In 2015, Jeremy Renner appeared in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.

2016: Arrival

In 2016, Jeremy Renner appeared in the film Arrival.

2016: Hawkeye in Captain America: Civil War and Arrival

In 2016, Jeremy Renner played Hawkeye in Captain America: Civil War and starred in the sci-fi film Arrival.

2016: Executive Producer on Knightfall

In 2016, Jeremy Renner was an executive producer on History's historical drama Knightfall.

March 2017: Launch of Jeremy Renner Mobile App

In March 2017, Jeremy Renner released a mobile app called Jeremy Renner (Android) and Jeremy Renner Official (iOS) created by Escapex.

October 2017: Claims of Censorship and Bullying on App

As early as October 2017, there were claims of censorship, bullying, and "contest-rigging" within the Jeremy Renner app community.

2017: Wind River

In 2017, Jeremy Renner appeared in the film Wind River.

2017: Injuries While Filming Tag

In 2017, Jeremy Renner fractured his right elbow and left wrist while working on the film Tag.

July 2018: Cast as Twitch Williams in King Spawn

In July 2018, Jeremy Renner was announced to play Twitch Williams in Todd McFarlane's King Spawn.

2018: Appearance in Tag

In 2018, Jeremy Renner appeared in the film Tag.

2018: Featured on Sam Feldt's "Heaven (Don't Have a Name)"

In 2018, Jeremy Renner was featured on Sam Feldt's single, "Heaven (Don't Have a Name)".

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April 2019: Fast Company Article on Jeremy Renner App

In April 2019, Fast Company wrote extensively about Jeremy Renner's app, calling it "a surprising new kind of social media".

September 2019: App Feature Abuse and Shutdown Request

In September 2019, comedian Stefan Heck publicized that replies through the Jeremy Renner app appeared as if sent by Renner himself, leading to feature abuse and Renner requesting Escapex to shut down the app.

2019: Appearance in Avengers: Endgame

In 2019, Jeremy Renner appeared in Avengers: Endgame.

March 27, 2020: Release of The Medicine EP

On March 27, 2020, Jeremy Renner released his first extended play album, The Medicine.

September 25, 2020: Release of Music Album

On September 25, 2020, an album with tracks written by Jeremy Renner was released.

2020: ℗ 2020 Record Street Music, Inc.

Jeremy Renner's album was released by ℗ 2020 Record Street Music, Inc. in 2020

2021: Reprising Hawkeye in Disney+ Series

In 2021, Jeremy Renner reprised his role as Hawkeye in the eponymous Disney+ series.

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2021: Hawkeye Miniseries and Mayor of Kingstown

In 2021, Jeremy Renner starred as Hawkeye in the Disney+ miniseries Hawkeye and in the Paramount+ crime thriller series Mayor of Kingstown.

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January 1, 2023: Snowplow Accident and Hospitalization

On January 1, 2023, Jeremy Renner was hospitalized after a snowplow accident resulting in blunt chest trauma and 38 broken bones while saving his nephew. He underwent surgery and was in critical condition but was released from the hospital by January 17.

2023: Mayor of Kingstown Renewed for Season Two

In 2023, the Paramount+ series Mayor of Kingstown, starring Jeremy Renner, premiered its second season.

January 19, 2024: Release of Album

On January 19, 2024, an album with tracks written by Jeremy Renner was released.

June 2024: Men's Health Cover Story

By June 2024, Jeremy Renner had recovered enough to be the subject of a cover story in Men's Health magazine, which included his first-person recollection of the January 1, 2023 accident and a detailed description of his injuries.

2024: Super Bowl Commercial for Silk

In 2024, Jeremy Renner appeared in a Super Bowl commercial for the brand Silk alongside his daughter.

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April 29, 2025: Publication of Memoir My Next Breath

On April 29, 2025, Jeremy Renner's memoir, based on the snowplow incident, called My Next Breath, will be published by Flatrock, a subsidiary of MacMillan.